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Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-20-2015, 10:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,893
Posted By TheMacMan

That makes sense with the prop bearing. I...

That makes sense with the prop bearing. I figured since the new couplers got rid of all the shaft play that it was ultimately the stock couplers. The prop shaft bearing didn't seem damaged as I've...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-19-2015, 09:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,893
Posted By TheMacMan

Explosive Slave Cylinder

I have an 08 c6 with a procharged 418 stroker putting down 800whp. I never launched the car and it rarely saw traction. I recently discovered a weak link as my clutch pedal dropped to the floor...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
09-30-2013, 10:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 461
Posted By TheMacMan

I actually just posted a new thread on the same...

I actually just posted a new thread on the same issue. I didn't see yours until a bit after posting mine. This may help you. ...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
09-30-2013, 10:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,840
Posted By TheMacMan

Service active handling light/car trying to kill you

I had a problem with my 08 vette for quite some time. At random times the service active handling light would appear. Sometimes if accelerating fast or cruising at high speeds the car would lock up...
Forum: C6 Forced Induction/Nitrous
09-30-2013, 10:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,634
Posted By TheMacMan

I made one for my vette last summer. I wanted to...

I made one for my vette last summer. I wanted to be different.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-corvette-general-discussion/3267245-i-made-my-first-c6-dual-gauge-pod.html
Forum: C6 Forced Induction/Nitrous
07-05-2013, 04:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 871
Posted By TheMacMan

I use the A&A with my pro charger. Its well...

I use the A&A with my pro charger. Its well worth the money.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-12-2013, 10:52 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 633
Posted By TheMacMan

Texas Speed and Performance long tubes + x-pipe =...

Texas Speed and Performance long tubes + x-pipe = very cheap price and great quality. Ive had them for over a year now and love them. Look into them. They have a true 3" header outlet to the...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-10-2013, 11:52 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,096
Posted By TheMacMan

I powder coated mine super high gloss black. ...

I powder coated mine super high gloss black.
http://i1114.photobucket.com/albums/k532/danamac86/20120607_202332_zpsbad80d63.jpg...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-10-2013, 11:35 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,779
Posted By TheMacMan

Im pretty sure i got whooped as a child for...

Im pretty sure i got whooped as a child for taking things apart and building things with those parts. I had to secretly build things in hiding.

I put the pod through a drop test during the...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-10-2013, 04:43 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,779
Posted By TheMacMan

Thanks everyone! 2vettes--That pod setup...

Thanks everyone!

2vettes--That pod setup looks awesome. I almost chose that same route with the leather cover but then i would feel obligated to do the entire entire as you did.
...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-10-2013, 11:52 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,452
Posted By TheMacMan

I took the whole axle back muffler assemblies off...

I took the whole axle back muffler assemblies off then chopped the factory small tips off. Then i welded on larger aftermarket ones. From there, i prepped them for powder, powdered the tips and...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-08-2013, 08:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,452
Posted By TheMacMan

Thanks again. I really appreciate the...

Thanks again. I really appreciate the compliments. I take my hobby serious, especially when it involves the vette. Ive got tons more mod pics somewhere but can't find the memory card i put them...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-08-2013, 08:44 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,452
Posted By TheMacMan

Thanks. Yes, i powder coated the exhaust tips...

Thanks. Yes, i powder coated the exhaust tips with a super high gloss black to match my gloss black z06 wheels. I went away from the typical chromed out vette look.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-08-2013, 07:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,452
Posted By TheMacMan

Awesome! Painting the calipers definitely catches...

Awesome! Painting the calipers definitely catches peoples attention.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-08-2013, 07:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,452
Posted By TheMacMan

Thanks guys. It cost me only like $15 in powder...

Thanks guys. It cost me only like $15 in powder to do the rotors and calipers. They were my test pieces because i installed my new z06 rotors and calipers like a month later.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-08-2013, 07:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,452
Posted By TheMacMan

i do it myself. I bought a cheap harbor freight...

i do it myself. I bought a cheap harbor freight kit and buy powders online. I bought a cheapo house oven for $50 on craigslist and use it in the garage. It works great!
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-08-2013, 07:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,452
Posted By TheMacMan

Some powder coating and painting i did on my vette...

Hey guys, I did some painting and powder coating on my vette last summer and just now found the time to post some pics for your entertainment. Thanks for looking!
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Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-08-2013, 11:33 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,779
Posted By TheMacMan

Thanks guys! I surprisingly dont get any...

Thanks guys!

I surprisingly dont get any glare from it when driving. It was definitely a concern when i started painting it. I found it easier to paint rather than putting my material wrapping...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-07-2013, 10:28 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,779
Posted By TheMacMan

Good deal. Maybe i need to start installing...

Good deal. Maybe i need to start installing vette audio too lol.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-07-2013, 10:17 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,779
Posted By TheMacMan

Would you guys think $350 painted is reasonable...

Would you guys think $350 painted is reasonable to ask for? Im not greedy but this type of work has hands-on blood, sweat, and tears involved. I would'nt be looking to impose that awesome corvette...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-07-2013, 10:10 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,779
Posted By TheMacMan

Im actually slowly prototyping several original...

Im actually slowly prototyping several original ideas on my vette this year. The gauge pod was just an in between project. Other things im making include a re-designed heads up display with thermal...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-07-2013, 09:59 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,779
Posted By TheMacMan

Hmm...maybe this summer ill knock some more out...

Hmm...maybe this summer ill knock some more out for others. Im also looking at molding gauges into the panel above the rearview mirror. I like a somewhat factory appearance. If i make more pods...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-07-2013, 09:50 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,779
Posted By TheMacMan

Thanks. I try my best to be unique and make...

Thanks. I try my best to be unique and make tasteful mods. I am happy with the way it turned out. Best of all, i spent less than $100 in materials.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
05-07-2013, 09:30 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,779
Posted By TheMacMan

I made my first C6 dual gauge pod!

Hi everyone, just thought i'd post some pics of my weekend project.
I decided to make my own fiberglass dual gauge pod for my 08 vette because it saved me tons of money and is exactly what i...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
01-06-2013, 02:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,145
Posted By TheMacMan

12-14 lbs would be enough for me. Im not looking...

12-14 lbs would be enough for me. Im not looking o set records anytime soon. It doesnt hook until 4th gear on my nitto invos. Soon I will be buying drag radials to throw on my spare wheels.
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